Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Human Settlements Minister hands over housing units in Soweto

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has handed over some 197 housing units to beneficiaries at the Jabulani Parcel K Mega Project in Soweto.

The 197 homes are part of a project which will see the construction of 704 units.

The department said the project forms part of efforts

September Fed Decision Brings USD Outlook Into Focus Across Major FX Pairs

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JustMarkets analysis highlights factors that may shape EUR/USD, GBP/USD and USD/JPY around the 15-16 September FOMC meeting.

JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, August 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Federal Open Market Committee is scheduled to meet on 15-16 September 2026, according to the Federal Reserve calendar. The meeting is due to conclude with a policy announcement and

South Africa assumes Chair of SADC Council of Ministers with a focus on peace, regional integration

Minister Lamola at the SADC Council of Ministers meeting in Durban.

South Africa has assumed the Chairpersonship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Council of Ministers with a commitment to advance peace and security, accelerate regional industrialisation, strengthen infrastructure connectivity and invest in the region’s human capital.  

International Relations and Cooperation Minister

SA’s SADC Chairpersonship to prioritise economic growth, job creation

Minister Lamola at the SADC Council of Ministers meeting in Durban.

South Africa has outlined its main priorities for its Chairpersonship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), with a strong emphasis on driving economic growth and job creation, while strengthening peace and regional stability.

International Relations and Cooperation Minister

South Africa ushers in ETA to make international travel easier, more secure

President Ramaphosa at the launch of the Electronic Travel Authorisation at OR Tambo International Airport.

South Africa has taken a major step towards transforming the way international travellers enter the country with the official launch of its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) -- a digital system President Cyril Ramaphosa says will make travel easier, faster and more predictable, while strengthening border security.

Launching the system at OR Tambo International

Durban ready to welcome SADC neighbours

South Africa is preparing to welcome leaders, ministers, diplomats and other delegates from across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to Durban, with authorities calling on residents to showcase the warmth and hospitality for which the country is known.

The city is set to host the 46th Ordinary SADC

NATJOINTS: Security operations ready for SADC Summit

The 46th Ordinary SADC Summit is expected to take place under what the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) has described as a comprehensive, intelligence-led security plan.

NATJOINTS chairperson Lieutenant General Tebello